National Security Adviser Eduardo Año and his American counterpart, U.S. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, held their first phone call on Friday to
National Security Adviser Eduardo Año and his American counterpart, U.S. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, held their first phone call on Friday to discuss ongoing developments in the Philippines-United States alliance.
In a statement released by the National Security Council , the two officials exchanged views on regional security concerns, with particular focus on the South China Sea/West Philippine Sea. They also explored future bilateral activities aimed at accelerating the progress of the longstanding defense partnership between the two countries.Both sides underscored the importance of engaging with like-minded partners to maintain a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
Año expressed his appreciation for the United States’ “ironclad commitment” to the Philippines, reaffirming the strength of the alliance amid rising regional tensions. The introductory call marks a continuation of high-level engagement between the Philippines and the U.S. as both nations navigate complex security dynamics in the region.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Trump backs national security adviser after Yemen war security breachLatest Philippine news from GMA News and 24 Oras. News, weather updates and livestreaming on Philippine politics, regions, showbiz, lifestyle, science and tech.
Read more »
Trump backs national security adviser after Yemen war security breachUS President Donald Trump backs national security adviser, Michael Waltz, amid uproar over sensitive chat breach, as senators demand accountability for the potential security lapses
Read more »
National Security Adviser Año denies conspiracy to arrest DuterteMANILA, Philippines — National Security Adviser Secretary Eduardo Año denied reports that he orchestrated the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte.
Read more »
Año denies being part of 'grand conspiracy' in ex-President Duterte's arrestNational Security Adviser Eduardo Año denied on Thursday, March 20, participation in any so-called 'conspiracy' that led to the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte.
Read more »
Año: No grand ‘conspiracy’ for Duterte’s arrestNational Security Adviser Eduardo Año denied knowledge of the existence or participation in an alleged 'conspiracy' leading to the arrest of former
Read more »
Trump downplays national security team texting military operation plan as a minor 'glitch'WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday downplayed the texting of sensitive plans for a military strike against Yemen's Houthis this month to a group chat that included a journalist, saying it was 'the only glitch in two months' of his administration as Democratic lawmakers heaped criticism on the administration for handling highly...
Read more »